Welburn Avenue is in Halifax and in Calderdale district. HX3 8AB is located in the Hipperholme and Lightcliffe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Calder Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Welburn Avenue, Halifax, HX3 8AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HX3 8AE, HX3 8AD, HX3 8DY, HX3 8DZ, HX3 8AH, HX3 8AA, HX3 8ED, HX3 8EE, HX3 8AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HX3 8AB has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.6% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 64.8% | 57.6% | -7.2% | 51.0% | 6.6% |
| Male | 35.2% | 42.4% | 7.2% | 49.0% | -6.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 15.8% | 38.3% | 22.5% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 17.4% | -18.6% | 44.2% | -26.8% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 21.7% | 6.8% | 9.1% | 12.6% |
| Widowed | 29.8% | 22.6% | -7.2% | 6.1% | 16.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (45.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 15.6% | 13.6% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -34.8% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 32.2% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 44.3% | 31.4% | -12.9% | 12.7% | 18.7% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 17.8% | 8.0% | 4.0% | 13.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 5.1% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 3.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around HX3 8AB this area, 41.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 61.4% | 41.2% | -20.2% | 18.2% | 23.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 9.6% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 4.4% | 8.8% | 4.4% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.5% | 10.5% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 21.1% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.6% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 95.1% | 99.2% | 4.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.4% | 96.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.6% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 33.1% | 13.5% | 19.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Not answered | 11% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Welburn Avenue was 61.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.6% lower than the Hipperholme and Lightcliffe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Welburn Avenue has the 25th lowest crime rate of 72 local areas in Hipperholme and Lightcliffe and the 267th lowest crime rate of 685 local areas in Calderdale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Welburn Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2019-05-17 | £171,213 |
| 27 Welburn Avenue, Halifax, West Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2000-05-18 | £218,012 |
HX3 8AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in HX3 8AB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 48 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Part-Time Employee | 1 |
| Education | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scholes Nursery School New Road East , Scholes BD19 6EW | - not rated | 4,486 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightcliffe C of E Primary School Wakefield Road , Lightcliffe HX3 8SH | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lightcliffe CofE VA Primary School Wakefield Road , Lightcliffe HX3 8SH | - not rated | 796 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's CofE (VA) Primary School Upper Green Lane , Hove Edge HD6 2PA | - not rated | 1,355 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Academy St Chad's Upper Green Lane , Hove Edge HD6 2PA | 3out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary Academy Finkil Street , Hove Edge HD6 2NT | 3out of 4 | 1,550 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hipperholme and Lightcliffe High School and Sports College Stoney Lane , Lightcliffe HX3 8TL | - not rated | 1,529 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lightcliffe Academy Stoney Lane , Lightcliffe HX3 8TL | - not rated | 1,529 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighouse High School Finkil Street , HD6 2NY | 3out of 4 | 1,741 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brighouse High School Finkil Street , HD6 2NY | - not rated | 1,741 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rastrick High School Field Top Road , Rastrick HD6 3XB | 3out of 4 | 3,647 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyke Middle School Huddersfield Road , Wyke BD12 8AA | - not rated | 3,763 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Middle School Fenwick Drive , BD6 2PG | - not rated | 4,073 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buttershaw Middle School Reevy Crescent , Buttershaw BD6 2BS | - not rated | 4,627 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Delf Hill Middle School Common Road , Low Moor BD12 0TN | - not rated | 4,669 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mandale Middle School Cooper Lane , BD6 3NN | - not rated | 5,060 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Sixth Form Academy Northgate House , HX1 1UN | - not rated | 3,503 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calderdale College Francis Street , HX1 3UZ | - not rated | 4,796 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | 3out of 4 | 3,548 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Academy Woodside Road , BD12 8AL | - not rated | 3,555 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightcliffe Preparatory School 45 Wakefield Road , Lightcliffe HX3 8AQ | - not rated | 204 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hipperholme Grammar School Bramley Lane , HX3 8JE | - not rated | 527 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heywood School Northowram , HX3 7DA | - not rated | 2,005 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beaconsfield Centre Bennett Street , HX3 9JG | - not rated | 3,000 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farmhouse Preparatory School Tanhouse Farm , Northowram HX3 7TF | - not rated | 3,344 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightcliffe Tea Rooms | 101 Wakefield Road, Lightcliffe | 741 yd | |
| Lydgate | 109 Wakefield Road, Lightcliffe | 767 yd | |
| Lightcliffe & Halifax Cricket Club | Lightcliffe Cricket Club, Till Carr Lane | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fung Wong Chinese Takeaway | 11 Leeds Road, Hipperholme | 168 yd | |
| Anisa's Indian Takeaway | 1 Whitehall Street, Hipperholme | 184 yd | |
| The Hippie Haddock | 6 Denholme Gate Road, Hipperholme | 557 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 6A Denholme Gate Road, Hipperholme | 562 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Group Ltd | 5 Co Op Shopping Parade, Denholme Gate Road | 285 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hipperholme Grammar School Bramley Lane | 582 yd | |
| Hipperholme Grammar School Playing Fields Deneholme Gate Road | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Woodhead Recreation Ground Denholme Gate Road | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Lightcliffe Golf Club KNOWLE TOP ROAD | golf | 909 yd |
| Brighouse Town Afc (Yorkshire Payments Stadium) BRIGHOUSE TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB BRIGHOUSE TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB ST GILES ROAD | grass pitches | 929 yd |
| Broad Oak Park TUCKROYD QUARRY TUCKROYD QUARRY HALIFAX ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 996 yd |
| Woodhead Denholme Gate Road | grass pitches | 1,013 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.